Shape Type
Dinner & Dessert Wares
Pattern Type
Animals
Date
1840-1860
Dimensions
  • Diameter: 9.00 in (22.86 cm)
Maker
Unknown

Maker's Mark:

Printed
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Description:

An indented earthenware plate printed in pink and black with a pattern of birds and flowers named Cornelian and a ribbon border. Cornelian (also spelled carnelian) is a reddish-brown mineral which is commonly used as a semi-precious gemstone. It is also a cherry dogwood tree. The leaves and flowers of the Cornelian Cherry Dogwood are very similar to those in the pattern, so the
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